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Dr. Young Choi, MD

Portland, OR

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Choi, Gastroenterologist in Portland, OR?

    Dr. Young Choi, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Choi completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Choi is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choi’s office at (503) 293-0161.

    Where did Dr. Choi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il

    Is Dr. Choi board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Young Choi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Choi speak?

    Dr. Choi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Korean

    What conditions does Dr. Choi treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Choi diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Choi. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Abnormal Blood Mineral Levels
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
    • Mineral Imbalance in Blood
    • Electrolyte Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Mineral Count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
    • R790: Abnormal level of blood mineral

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities
    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Regional Enteritis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Terminal Ileitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon

    Does Dr. Choi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Choi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 293-0161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Choi accept in Portland, OR?

    Dr. Choi in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CareOregon

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Moda Health

    • PacificSource

    • Providence Health Plans

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Choi's office located?

    Dr. Young Choi's Primary Practice

    800 SW 13th Ave

    Portland, OR 97205

    (503) 293-0161

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    Dr. Young Choi's Practice 2

    9250 SW Hall Blvd

    Tigard, OR 97223

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    Dr. Young Choi's Practice 3

    1615 Delaware St

    Longview, WA 98632

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    What is Dr. Choi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336122274.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choi?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choi

    What is Dr. Young Choi's specialty?

    Dr. Choi is a Gastroenterologist near Portland, OR. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Choi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Young Choi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Choi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

    Explore Gastroenterologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Young Choi accepting new patients in Portland, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Young Choi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Young Choi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (503) 293-0161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Young Choi?

    Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (503) 293-0161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Young Choi have?

    Dr. Young Choi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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